Three men armed with weapons robbed a supermarket in Coventry last night.

Detectives have launched an investigation after the armed robbery at Asda in Daventry Road, Cheylesmore, at around 5.30pm.

One eye-witness said the men were carrying axes and knives.

West Midlands Police said they received numerous calls from members of the public and that officers were immediately dispatched.

Asda in Cheylesmore (Image: Google)

A 46-year-old man was detained and arrested on suspicion of robbery and remained in custody on Sunday morning.

A car, thought to have been used by the offenders, was tracked by a police dog.

The vehicle has now been seized and will be forensically examined for evidence.

Det Sgt Andy Malin, who is leading the investigation, said: “Thankfully no-one was hurt during the robbery, but this was a particularly brazen attempt and we have a dedicated team working to track those involved.

“The shop has been examined for forensic evidence and my officers are in the process of gathering CCTV from the store and the surrounding areas.

“We are keen to hear from anyone who has information about what happened and those involved - particularly anyone who was in the area last night and saw two white men dressed in dark clothing.

Anyone with information should contact police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.